Donor Stewardship & Acknowledgement Assistant

Sgaumc; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Africa University Development Office in Nashville, TN seeks an Acknowledgement & Donor Stewardship Assistant to support donor relations, gift processing, and stewardship activities. The role requires strong attention to detail and in-office presence Monday–Friday.

The ideal candidate will manage donor records, prepare acknowledgments, and collaborate with staff on reporting and fundraising initiatives, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Experience with donor databases or fundraising software.
• Knowledge of Blackbaud Raiser's Edge or similar stewardship systems is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update donor records in the constituent database.
• Prepare donor acknowledgment letters, emails, and receipts.
• Coordinate donor intent and designation documentation with staff.
• Conduct donor stewardship outreach and thank-you calls.
• Process online donations via approved platforms.
• Compile scholarship and donor reports including endowed funds.
• Develop charts and visual reports from donor data.
• Track Endowment Fund contributions and generate receipting.
• Collaborate with development, finance and communications teams on fundraising.
• Assist with donor events and special projects.

Skills

Donor databases

Raiser's Edge

Fundraising software

MS Office Suite

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Discretion

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Blackbaud Raiser's Edge

Fund Collection

Job description

Africa University Development Office in Nashville, TN seeks an Acknowledgement & Donor Stewardship Assistant to support donor relations, gift processing, and stewardship activities. The role requires strong attention to detail and in-office presence Monday–Friday.

The ideal candidate will manage donor records, prepare acknowledgments, and collaborate with staff on reporting and fundraising initiatives, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.